Senior Plumber 2025-01753

Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation is seeking a Senior Plumber to independently install, maintain, and repair complex plumbing systems, including potable water, sanitary and storm sewers, sewage lift stations, roof drains, hydronic piping systems, air and flammable gas systems, fire sprinkler systems, and irrigation systems. This position is responsible for the safe treatment and testing of potable water systems that are used by the general public, and compliance with all international, state, and local codes.

Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range, but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby access to mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Cheyenne is also home to the "Daddy of 'em All" Cheyenne Frontier Days held the last week of July. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.

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This Position Offers:

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus (eligibility details in Notes Section)
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, plus Short- and Long-Term Disability
• A Secure Future: Pension Plan with 14.94% state contribution
• Optional 457B Retirement Plan with a state contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick Leave, and 10 Paid Holidays
  
  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Performs complex duties in the repair, maintenance, and installation of plumbing systems and backflow prevention devices in state buildings.
• Recommends energy-saving changes.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs fire sprinkler systems and helps repair irrigation systems.
• Works with engineers on new system design, troubleshooting, testing, and startup of new systems.
• Works carefully to follow all current regulations for plumbing work to ensure that all installed systems pass inspections.

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference given to those who have a Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester (BPAT) license and Level 1 Water License holders

**Must have Journeyman Plumbing License

KNOWLEDGE:

• Thorough knowledge of plumbing system maintenance and repairs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor's Degree Experience: 0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Plumbing) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Plumber OR Education & Experience Substitution: 3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Plumbing) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Plumber Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to kneel, crawl in confined spaces, and stand on ladders for extended periods.
• Must be able to physically operate tools and equipment such as sewer machines, jackhammers, shovels, and torches.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• **Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
  • Temporary employees accepting a full-time permanent position.
  • Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
  • One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive; funds will be recouped from final pay.
  • Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
  • Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
  • If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• E-Verify: WYDOT uses here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
  
  URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
  
  Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.